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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
3
Across the state starting in May citizens are urged to clean premises including basements attics yards and sheds and remove all rubbish. Caution against burning rubbish near buildings on windy days and at night to prevent fires disease and danger. A cleaner city is linked to better health and fewer deaths from unsafe conditions.
A historical notice describes how mild and seemingly minor childhood illnesses can spread contagious diseases. It stresses that undetected cases in children can transmit infection as effectively as severe ones, and calls for competent inspectors to spot early signs and control outbreaks.
The speaker asserts the prescription work is of the highest standard and only seeks improvement if possible. They claim service is nearly perfect due to human effort, with doctors recognizing it and patients benefiting, while admitting uncertainty about further enhancements.
The Wisconsin health bulletin discusses using trained public health personnel for epidemic control. It argues that pregrouped workers and physicians are needed, with quarantines and surveillance to identify innocent suspects. Effective measures save money and prevent outbreaks by maintaining oversight and rapid response.
A satirical critique contrasts two kinds of bores the talkative and the silent pretenders. It condemns persistent chatter and overbearing manners especially from women travelers and obsessed individuals, and laments poor taste and lack of self awareness in social behavior.
A May issue praises rhubarb as a top spring tonic and kitchen staple. It notes rhubarb grows in backyards, can be preserved in sealed jars for winter, and suits countless dishes from sauces and cocktails to desserts. It warns of varying fruit quality and urges selecting fine grained tender varieties.
The spring season is praised by many but harsh weather worsens rheumatic pains for some. Relief is offered by applying Chamberlain's Ointment, which is readily obtainable everywhere.
A concise remark notes that assistance is rare when a man is sowing his wild oats, highlighting the unusual kindness or support encountered during early risky ventures.
Wisconsin papers comment on naval parades, military training, and national guard support. Editorial voices urge disciplined citizenry, note postal efficiency hints, and praise Senator Wilcox for state aid to armor ies and armories.
Poem extols the flag as a universal language of duty and cheer. It lauds Union Liberty the constitution and laws as its guiding voice. The piece celebrates patriots heroes living and dead and the flag as a symbol of national cohesion.
Wisconsin physicians pledge to protect private practices during military absence by forming a Home Guard of volunteers and expanding Medical Reserve Corps enrollment. County medical societies organize support to supply medical aid and social assistance to families of enlisted men while reserves cover caregiving duties.
The article argues that diet should sometimes increase accessible nutritious foods like milk rather than restrict. It notes the average person consumes just over a half pint daily and could benefit from more milk as a nourishing, energy providing source rich in protein and minerals. A USDA table compares milk with beef eggs and poultry for protein and energy per quart.
A brief home remedy note explaining that indigestion disturbs sleep and suggesting a light supper with little meat and no milk, followed by taking Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to improve sleep. Also mentions the product is obtainable everywhere.
A reader from Athens Record condemns marriages entered to avoid military service. The author argues such unions doom the wife to hardship, lists potential abuses by cowardly husbands, and urges women to avoid marrying men who seek exemption. The piece warns that a slacker in war becomes a slacker in life and stresses consequences of unwise matrimony.
Agricultural students and faculty at the Wisconsin College of Agriculture will be released from university work to engage in food production. A war council will decide criteria for war farming and credit. Seniors may graduate with class credit. others receive credit equivalent to released coursework. About 148 students have volunteered for emergency food production work.
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